Folsom, CA vs Glendale, CA

Folsom is moderately more affordable than Glendale, with a 12.9% lower cost of living index. Folsom scores 165 compared to 189 for Glendale, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Glendale can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Folsom is $2,279/month compared to $2,095/month in Glendale — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Glendale has cheaper rent, Folsom actually has lower median home values ($702,200 vs $1,043,900).

Median household income in Folsom is $139,263 compared to $84,262 in Glendale (+65.3%). Folsom offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Folsom spend roughly 19.6% of their income on rent, less than the 29.8% in Glendale.

Climate-wise, both cities share similar average temperatures (63.4°F vs 65.2°F). Folsom receives more rainfall at 19.2" per year compared to 13.9" in Glendale.